'A Gentleman in Moscow': Paramount+'s historical-drama promises to breathe authenticity to Amor Towles' novel
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND: Paramount+ with Showtime's latest historical-drama series 'A Gentleman in Moscow' is based on Amor Towles's acclaimed novel of the same same.
Mark your calendars for the premiere on Friday, March 29, as the show follows Count Alexander Rostov's journey as he is banished to an attic room in a hotel following the Russian Revolution.
If you're a fan of Amor Towles' work, this adaptation of his 2016 novel is a must-watch!
Bestseller Amor Towles' novel 'A Gentleman in Moscow' comes to life on Paramount+ with Showtime
While Amor Towles initially discussed ideas with the creative team, he later allowed them to take charge.
During his visit to the soundstage in Manchester, England, where the series was being filmed, he was astounded by the designers' meticulous attention to detail.
Their deep understanding of his book inspired them to create a world that captured even the most subtle nuances. For instance, they tenaciously recreated vintage liquor bottles for a bar scene backdrop and designed custom fabrics for the hotel's upholstered chairs.
Mary Elizabeth Winstead will reunite with her husband, Ewan McGregor, on-screen for Showtime and Paramount+'s upcoming adaptation of the 2016 Amor Towles novel.
This marks their third collaboration, following their meeting and connection on season three of FX's 'Fargo' in 2017, and their subsequent work together in DC's 2020 film 'Birds of Prey'.
Additional cast members, such as Beau Gadsdon, Johnny Harris, Leah Harvey, Anastasia Hille, Paul Ready, Alexa Goodall, Björn Hlynur Haraldsson, John Heffernan, and others, were announced in February 2023.
What is the plot of 'A Gentleman in Moscow'?
Adapted from Amor Towles' 2016 novel, 'A Gentleman in Moscow' transports viewers to post-Revolutionary Russia. Here, Count Alexander Rostov faces a life of house arrest in a lavish Moscow hotel, stripped of his title and possessions.
Amid unlikely friendships, fleeting romance, and the diverse occupants of the hotel, the Count discovers hidden treasures within the hotel and the enduring bonds of human connection.
Stripped of material wealth, he learns that true riches lie in love, courage, and community.
However, the official synopsis reads, "A Russian aristocrat is spared from death and placed on house arrest while the Bolshevik Revolution plays out before him."
How to stream 'A Gentleman in Moscow'?
'A Gentleman in Moscow' drops on Friday, March 29 for viewers in the US, streaming on Paramount+ with Showtime. Don't have a subscription? Don't worry, we've got you covered!
In the US, Paramount Plus has a $6/month Essential plan (ad-supported) and a $12/month Paramount Plus with Showtime plan, featuring Showtime content, the ability to download titles, and local live CBS station access.
'A Gentleman in Moscow' trailer